Performance Development will maintain the skill work they have been learning in the Academy, but will incorporate a larger endurance component to the training. The swimmers will be expected to commit to more sessions, in order to be ready for the Middlesex County Championships. It is important at this stage that swimmers develop all four strokes to compete in a wide range of events.

Swimmers will also be introduced to dry land training, which will take place twice per week. This is basic athletic training, involving body weight exercises, balance work, core stability and movement skills.

Performance Development Criteria

• Swimmers age 8/9. Age as of December 31.

Session Attendance

A minimum expectation of 3 session per week and 1 land training session.

Squad Progression Basis

• Skill/Technical level
• Training ability
• Attendance

ALL squad movements will be at the discretion of the Head Coach.

Squad Training Items

• Fins
• Snorkel
• Kick board / Alignment board
• Pull buoy / Ankle band
• Finger Paddles
• Thera band
• Skipping rope
• 1 Litre water bottle

View Camden Swiss Cottage Swimmer Information Pack

Lead Coach - Michelle McCarthy
Assistant Coach - Neil Mathews
Annual Club Membership(Swimmer under 18) - £14.00
Annual Club Membership(Parent) - £5.20(One parent must be registered)
Annual ASA Membership - £32.45
Squad Fee - £61.00 per month